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11. Correlation
11. Correlation / Scatterplots & Intro to Correlation / Problem 9
Problem 9

Based on the provided scatter diagram, what is wrong with the following statement: "Because the linear correlation coefficient between the number of hours studied and the self-reported anxiety level on a test day is 0.05-0.05, there is no relationship between study time and test anxiety."
Scatterplot showing scattered points of hours studied versus anxiety level with no clear linear relationship.